(2E)-4-tert-Butyl-2-(4-meth­oxy­benzyl­idene)-3,4-dihydro­naphthalen-1(2H)-one
2011

Study of a Chemical Compound's Structure

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Akhazzane Mohamed, Zouihri Hafid, Daoudi Maria, Kerbal Abdelali, Al Houari Ghali

Primary Institution: Laboratoire de Chimie Organique, Faculté des Sciences Dhar el Mahraz, Université Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdellah, Fès, Morocco

Hypothesis

The study aims to confirm the E configuration of the exocyclic C=C double bond in the compound.

Conclusion

The crystal structure of the compound shows normal bond lengths and angles, confirming its E configuration.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound's structure was confirmed through X-ray crystallography.
  • The E configuration of the double bond was verified.
  • The study provides insights into the compound's behavior in chemical reactions.

Takeaway

The researchers looked at a chemical compound to see how its parts are arranged, which helps us understand how it might react with other chemicals.

Methodology

X-ray crystal structure determination was used to analyze the compound.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811021969

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